Deanwood
Washington, District Of Columbia Homes for Sale
About Deanwood
Quick Facts
Current Prices: $230,950 to $865,000
Closed Prices: $190,000 to $658,000
Median Sale Price: $425,000
Average $ per sq ft: $311
Association Fee Ranges: $0 to $55/mo, $0
Type: Attached Home (Condo, Townhouse, Loft, etc.), Single-Family Home
Age: 1910 to 2022
Sq. Ft.: 693 to 5200 Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms: 1 to 7 Bedrooms
Bathrooms: 1 to 6 Bathrooms
Around Deanwood
Deanwood has a combination of home styles that include row homes, duplexes, and condominium buildings. Because of the neighborhood's proximity to the Metro, a car is not necessary to travel to and from work, school, or to run errands. Famous prior residents include singer Marvin Gaye and civil rights activist Nannie Helen Burroughs.
Given that the neighborhood is largely residential, the restaurants in Deanwood are largely take-out or fast food establishments. Be sure to check out Jumpin' Out of the Pan (think Southern-style food with a DC spin), which is a long-standing local favorite.
Deanwood is a quieter neighborhood with a close-knit community of people. The area is open and spacious and contains lots of trees, providing excellent shade and relief from the city's hot summers. Neighbors can gather at the Deanwood Recreation Center and Library, which also has a public pool. Expect to be seen and known in Deanwood. You will know your neighbors and they will know you.
Most residents find dining, entertainment, and sporting activities in other areas of the city. The Metro runs until 3AM on the weekend, so it's possible to stay out late and get home comfortably without needing a car or taxi. Residents can also make full use of the Deanwood Recreation Center, which provides sporting activities for the whole family.
Deanwood contains many worship centers. Community breakfasts and lunches are commonplace activities on Sunday. During the spring to late fall, open-air markets sell fruits and vegetables and provide activities for children, contributing to the strong sense of community. Bikeshare, a bicycle renting company, has a location at the Deanwood Metro stop for cycling enthusiasts and for transporting home all those goods picked up at the open-air market.
Locals Love
- Sense of community
- Affordable housing options
- Access to public transportation
Locals Don't Love
- Scarce dining options
- Non-existent service offerings
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